Program will provide help for the holidays

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Dec 2, 2013 at 10:13 AMDec 2, 2013 at 10:13 AM

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Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia? Are you worried about the holiday season going smoothly? If you answer “yes” to these questions, the program “Making the Most of your Holidays” is being presented by The Inn at Freedom Village. This is a free program taking place 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Dec. 12.This holiday special will include tips and ideas on how to make the most of your holiday visits and gatherings with someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. The program will discuss situations to avoid, how to engage the person with memory loss, gift ideas and recommendations for caregivers. They will also be sharing how to make a memory box with your loved and ways it can be helpful during the holidays.Call Abby Harris at (616) 820-7662 to make reservation by Tuesday, Dec. 10 or for more information. This program will be held in the second floor game room at Freedom Village, 145 Columbia Ave. Enter in The Lakes entrance.